Fiat 124 Spider Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Fiat 124 Spider model year (2017–2020) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Fiat 124 Spider Years to Avoid
1 recall · 31 complaints
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 34
1 recall · 16 complaints
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 19
2 recalls · 9 complaints
Top issue: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 15
Best Fiat 124 Spider Years to Buy
1 recall · 8 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 11
2 recalls · 9 complaints
Main area: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 15
1 recall · 16 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 19
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Fiat 124 Spider — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 8 | 11 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 9 | 15 | Caution |
| 2018 | 1 | 16 | 19 | Caution |
| 2017 | 1 | 31 | 34 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Fiat 124 Spider Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2020Recent 124 Spider models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2020 stands out with just 11 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade 124 Spider units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year 124 Spider should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider if possible. It has 1 recall, 31 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is AIR BAGS. The overall problem score is 34 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year 124 Spider to buy?+
The 2020 Fiat 124 Spider is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 11. It has only 1 recall and 8 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which 124 Spider has the fewest problems?+
The 2020, 2019, 2018 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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